2011.11.12 - Gauge Cluster Experiment Project, Pt. 6
- Installed new gauge faces from RevLimiter
I've been working with Adam Wolf (RevLimiter.net) on some custom gauge faces and they arrived this afternoon. After getting cleaned up from the previous work, I sat down and installed the new gauge faces. It was all pretty straightforward, but there are a couple things to note for future reference or for others who might attempt this as well:
- The new gauge faces are a bit more delicate than the OEM pieces. Take your time and make an extreme effort not to touch the face of the new pieces. This includes making an attempt to not accidentally drop one of the gauge needles on them, as almost any contact will leave a mark.
- For some reason, I had difficulty getting the superglue to stick to the new gauge faces when transferring the needle stops for the tach and oil pressure gauges. A potential solution to make this easier in the future would be to use a tiny hole punch (like one might find in a leatherworking set) to create an OEM like hole in the new face. That way glue could be carefully applied from behind after the needle stopper is seated in position. This would make it easier to keep the needle in position while the glue takes effect as well as reducing the chances of getting glue on the front of the gauge faces.
All in all though (despite my hamfisted assembly), the gauges came out beautifully and are stunning when lit up at night.
I also purchased a new power window switch assembly from Adam. With all of the shiny goodies that I've added (and still plan to add) to the interior, I decided that it's probably time to upgrade my home made panel switches. His switches are the same basic concept as mine, but are significantly more "finished." It's more money that I really wanted to spend, but... you only live once, right?
$200.00 - Custom gauge faces from RevLimiter.net
$213.46 - Power window switch assembly from RevLimiter.net
I've been working with Adam Wolf (RevLimiter.net) on some custom gauge faces and they arrived this afternoon. After getting cleaned up from the previous work, I sat down and installed the new gauge faces. It was all pretty straightforward, but there are a couple things to note for future reference or for others who might attempt this as well:
- The new gauge faces are a bit more delicate than the OEM pieces. Take your time and make an extreme effort not to touch the face of the new pieces. This includes making an attempt to not accidentally drop one of the gauge needles on them, as almost any contact will leave a mark.
- For some reason, I had difficulty getting the superglue to stick to the new gauge faces when transferring the needle stops for the tach and oil pressure gauges. A potential solution to make this easier in the future would be to use a tiny hole punch (like one might find in a leatherworking set) to create an OEM like hole in the new face. That way glue could be carefully applied from behind after the needle stopper is seated in position. This would make it easier to keep the needle in position while the glue takes effect as well as reducing the chances of getting glue on the front of the gauge faces.
All in all though (despite my hamfisted assembly), the gauges came out beautifully and are stunning when lit up at night.
I also purchased a new power window switch assembly from Adam. With all of the shiny goodies that I've added (and still plan to add) to the interior, I decided that it's probably time to upgrade my home made panel switches. His switches are the same basic concept as mine, but are significantly more "finished." It's more money that I really wanted to spend, but... you only live once, right?
$200.00 - Custom gauge faces from RevLimiter.net
$213.46 - Power window switch assembly from RevLimiter.net